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HD Finished Carpentry LLC
5.0(
31
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Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Had HD carpentry repair my deck steps, and add a new handrail. Excellent work, decent prices, very polite. Cleanup was immaculate. I would give them 10 stars if I could. I would definitely recommend them and I look forward to calling them again."
Olivia Bell steps and sto
Olivia Bell steps and sto
Olivia Bell steps and sto
Olivia Bell steps and sto
Olivia Bell steps and sto

+2

Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pontius Landscape and Repair LLC
4.9(
39
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Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pontius landscaping and repair LLC remodeled my bathroom from the ground up. They did a flawless job not one complaint. They were very nice and professional very considerate as well. Their prices are very fair, they sat down with me and itemized the bill at the end and explained where every dollar I payed came, from which I really appreciated. I would recommend this company to anybody thatâ s looking for any project that needs to be done around their house or yard. A plus company."
past projects
paint
mulch
mulch
mulch

+162

Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mac The Handyman LLC
5.0(
12
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Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He advised me as to what would be the best fit for the projects and was prompt to start them. The workmanship was adequate and I have referred him to other family members to get their projects completed."
 Bathroom remodel
 Bathroom remodel
 Bathroom remodel
 Bathroom remodel
 Bathroom remodel

+6

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.7(
289
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Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an excellent experience. They did exceptional work and the house looks 100x better. Ethan was my project manager and made sure I was happy with the end result!"
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation

+62

Response time9 hrs
Response rate87%
3448 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rivera's Lawn Care Landscaping LLC
5.0(
13
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Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Rivera came to my home to do tree cut down and large shrub removal. He did a great job and cleaned everything up and saved me so much work. He is a nice man and I recommend him to anyone needing maintenance help in the yard."
Landscaping Project
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Landscaping Project

+53

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by45%of homeowners
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ZVL Contracting
4.8(
16
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Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to Ivan and his amazing team at ZVL Contracting for the incredible job they did building our deck. The craftsmanship and attention to detail were absolutely outstanding, and the results exceeded all of our expectations. The entire process was seamless from start to finish?professional, efficient, and stress-free. Ivan and his crew truly went above and beyond to bring our vision to life. Now we have a beautiful deck that?s perfect for relaxing, entertaining, and making memories as a family. We?re all so happy and grateful for the exceptional work you did. Thank you for turning our dream project into a reality!"
Wooden deck
Wooden deck
Wooden deck
Wooden deck
Wooden deck

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ideal Home Handyman
5.0(
7
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Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Toye was a real lifesaver. He showed up right when he said and he was easy to contact about scheduling and other questions. I needed some weird problems solved at the house I just bought and everything was expertly done! Dan's rate was very fair and I already have plans for him to do more work soon!"
Under stairs shelves in a garage
Handymen Project
Remodeling - General Project
Garage storage shelves with nook for trash cans.
Handymen Project

+13

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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A.S.B. Renovations LLC
4.4(
25
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Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great quality work with attention to detail. Very reasonable rates. I would definitely recommend Steve and use him for future jobs I may need."
New Home Construction
New home construction
Response time2 days
Response rate93%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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North Atlantic Contracting & Handyman Service, LLC
3.2(
23
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Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They showed up the same day we called to look at the job,gave a timely estimate and completed the work when promised. They also took care to cover everything and clean up after themselves"
New Bathroom
New Bathroom
New Bathroom
New Bathroom
Backsplash

+18

Response time5 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.

Yes, professional installations include reinforced corner posts to ensure durability.

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

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